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Queensland miners gather to address safety challenges

16 Apr, 2024
Queensland miners gather to address safety challenges



Resources Safety and Health Queensland (RSHQ) recently hosted a gathering of key industry experts in Brisbane to discuss critical issues facing the mining sector.

The meeting, held at RSHQ’s research and testing facility known as Simtars, brought together 60 occupational hygiene and health consultants, as well as safety and health workers servicing the mining industry.

The attendees convened to share insights and brainstorm innovative approaches to address major hazards in mining operations.

Among the topics discussed were respiratory protection, psychosocial hazards, welding fume trends, and the risks associated with hydrogen and electrical vehicles.

RSHQ Principal Occupational Hygienist Samantha Forster highlighted the importance of improving communication and information sharing among mine sites on crucial health and safety matters.

She addressed the vast expanse of Queensland and the challenges of having occupational hygienists working in disparate locations, underscoring the significance of such gatherings.

“Queensland is such a huge state, and with our occupational hygienists working so far apart, it’s important we have this opportunity to come together and share learnings.

“At the end of the day, the goal is to always improve the safety and health of our resources workers,” said Forster.

This meeting marked the second time RSHQ has organised such an event for those involved in resources health and safety, with the first one held in 2022.

The ongoing efforts of RSHQ and industry experts reflect a commitment to enhancing safety practices and protecting the well-being of Queensland’s resource workers.

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